Social Work Supervisor

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership training

Career advancement

Community impact

Supportive management

Pension and medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Social Work Supervisor to lead a team of social workers in Polokwane and surrounding areas. You will oversee case management, provide clinical supervision, and guide complex client work while ensuring high standards of care and compliance with regulations.

This role offers professional development, performance reviews, and collaboration with external agencies. A Master's in Social Work and SACSSP registration with at least five years post-qualification

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required.
• Registered with SACSSP with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in supervision or management of social work staff.
• Strong knowledge of social welfare systems and practices in Limpopo.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in case management software and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of social workers.
• Oversee case management, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance on complex client issues.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and facilitate professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with external agencies and stakeholders to enhance service delivery in Polokwane.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Team supervision

Client care

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

Case management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a seasoned Social Work Supervisor to oversee and guide a team of social workers providing critical services in Polokwane and surrounding areas. This leadership role involves ensuring the highest standards of client care, providing mentorship, supervision, and professional development to team members. You will play a key part in managing complex cases, ensuring compliance with regulations, and contributing to the strategic direction of social services within the Limpopo province. This is a vital position for experienced social workers ready to take on supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of social workers.
• Oversee case management, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance on complex client issues.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and facilitate professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with external agencies and stakeholders to enhance service delivery in Polokwane .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registered with the SACSSP with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in supervision or management of social work staff.
• Strong knowledge of social welfare systems and practices in Limpopo .
• Excellent leadership, decision‑making, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in case management software and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Work in a role that has a significant impact on community well‑being in Polokwane .
• Supportive management structure and collaborative team environment.
• Contribution to pension and medical aid schemes.